Miss Universe 2014/2015 Press Conference

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NEW YORK - Oct. 2, 2014 - NBC, Donald J. Trump and Paula M. Shugart, president of the Miss Universe Organization, announced today that the 63rd Annual MISS UNIVERSE Pageant will take place in Miami-Doral, Florida and air live from Florida International University on NBC, Sunday, January 25, 2015 (8-11 p.m. ET) and simulcast in Spanish on Telemundo.

Since 1960, the Miss Universe Organization and Miami have had a longstanding relationship, with the MISS UNIVERSE Pageant being held in the Greater Miami area 15 times, more than any other host city in the world. The MISS UNIVERSE beauty pageant is distributed to approximately 190 countries and territories.

Contestants from around the world will be judged in three categories: Swimsuit, evening gown and interview competition, as they vie to become the next Miss Universe. Gabriela Isler from Venezuela will crown her successor at the conclusion of the live telecast.

Miss Universe 2014/2015 Press Conference

Miss Universe 2014-15 will be held in Doral, Miami

"The City of Doral is experiencing a record amount of economic growth and has gained attention from Fortune 100 companies in the short time since its incorporation in 2003," says Trump"In its 11 years of being an established city, Doral has become internationally recognized for its outstanding commercial and industrial accomplishments," adds Trump. "Doral is a symbol of success and holding the Miss Universe Pageant here will amplify its reputation as a world showcase city."

Gabriela Isler, of Venezuela, speaks during a news conference

In it's short existence, Doral has become a mecca for business development and expansion. In just five years after its inception, Doral was named one of the "100 Best Cities to Live and Launch a Business" by CNNMoney.com, coming in at No. 2 in the State of Florida. Doral has a cosmopolitan, eclectic ambiance that entices shoppers, businesses and industries from around the world.

The Crowning Ceremony will be broadcast from the FIU Arena on the campus of Florida International University.